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FP55 VFX

2005 Citroen C1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

41,476 mi
Last recorded41,476 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen C162,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 VFX
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2014 41,476 miles

Front windscreen wiper smears slightly.

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 35,683 miles

oil filter corroded and starting to leak

Fail 20 Dec 2013 35,683 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

oil filter corroded and starting to leak

Pass 29 Dec 2012 29,807 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 24,150 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 23 Dec 2011 24,150 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs worn

Pass 30 Dec 2010 19,203 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 16,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 16,131 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 11,602 miles

nearside front tyre has cut to outer sidewall

Fail 29 Dec 2008 11,602 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre has cut to outer sidewall

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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FP55 VFX is a 2005 Citroen C1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 62,298 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP55 VFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP55 VFX registered?

FP55 VFX is a 2005 Citroen C1, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is FP55 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 VFX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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